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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • N

    Northeastern University

    Introduction to Software Development and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Application Development, Business Logic, Software Development, Business Architecture, Usability, Risk Analysis, User Centered Design

    1.5 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 1.5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Software, Power Electronics, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Systems Integration, Debugging, Control Systems

    4.6 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Vibe coding, Generative AI, Code Review, Generative Model Architectures, Program Development, Software Development Methodologies, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.6 stars, 667 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (667) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Information Security Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Security Awareness, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Information Privacy, Data Sharing, Telecommuting, Professional Development

    4.7 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Generative AI in Software Testing Training

    Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Acceptance Testing, Software Testing, Test Automation, Test Execution Engine, Test Planning, Software Quality Assurance, Generative AI, Test Data, Test Case, AI literacy, Requirements Analysis, Software Documentation

    4.2 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Advanced Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Threat Management, Firewall, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Services, AI Security, Network Monitoring, Cloud Management

    4.4 stars, 98 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (98) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    New York University

    Introduction to Cyber Security

    Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Authentications, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, IT Security Architecture, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Cyber Security Assessment

    4.7 stars, 3.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Atchison Academy

    Scalable Availability in Software Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Software As A Service, Systems Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Service Level, Enterprise Architecture, Application Design, Capacity Management, Application Programming Interface (API), System Monitoring, API Design, Service Management, Incident Response, Software Engineering, Dependency Analysis, Risk Management Framework

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Operating Systems & Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Desktop Support, Interoperability, Linux Administration, Unix, System Configuration, Knowledge of Apple Software, Computing Platforms, Ubuntu, Systems Administration, Operating Systems, Mac OS, System Support, Software Installation, File Management, Security Controls, Network Security, Data Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Linux Networking and Security

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Linux Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Linux Commands, Network Administration, Linux Servers, Hardening, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Remote Access Systems, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Security, Network Support, Firewall, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Network Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Security Infrastructure Management

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Data Security, Computer Security, Security Strategy, Application Security, IT Infrastructure, Data Integrity

    5 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Modern Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Security Strategy, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, DevOps, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Site Reliability Engineering, Digital Transformation, Agile Methodology, Automation, Critical Thinking

    4.1 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Introduction to Software Development and Applications: Northeastern University
  • Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills: Coursera
  • Introduction to Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • Information Security Awareness: LearnKartS
  • Generative AI in Software Testing Training: Simplilearn
  • Advanced Network Security: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Cyber Security: New York University
  • Scalable Availability in Software Architecture: Atchison Academy
  • Operating Systems & Security Fundamentals: Packt
  • Linux Networking and Security: Edureka

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